Good morning, Ithaca.

Downtown Ithaca will host its 43rd Annual Apple Harvest Festival from Sept.

26 to Sept. 28 where more than 150 vendors and 25 farmers will offer heirloom apples, fresh-pressed cider, baked treats and handcrafted goods. Families will enjoy live music, a Welcome Students Showcase from 4-6 p.m. on Sept. 27 and free bike valet and parking services to support eco-friendly travel.

On Aug 28, about 10 protestors gathered outside the Peggy Ryan Williams Center to oppose the cancelled Policy Breakfast with government officials.

College official Rebecca Cogan Carroll issued a noise warning at 8:47 a.m.—telling protestors to stop using bullhorns as they continued chanting for a free Palestine.

Ithaca hospice worker Kira Lallas will present her moving solo show Koans at the End of Life: A Hospice Worker’s Story at Argos Warehouse on September 28 at 4:00 p.m. and October 5 at 7:00 p.m. — drawing on her 15 years in hospice care, the performance explores healing, mortality and personal reflection.

Superintendent Dr. Luvelle Brown explained on Aug.

28 that a state law will ban smart devices in all Ithaca City School District classrooms on the first day of school. She added that middle and high schools will follow different rules while parents are advised to call the front office in emergencies — ensuring contact in urgent situations.

Community Foundation of Tompkins County and GIAC launched their largest back to school drive using a $16,000 gift from the Lane Family Fund to help local students get new backpacks and supplies between $30 and $80.

Local partners offer a dignified shopping experience and extra fun like free ice cream and face painting—ensuring kids start school with confidence.

State Sen. Lea Webb announced that Ithaca will receive $50,000 for a study on infiltration and inflow improvements and Cortland will get $48,000 for wastewater treatment plant infrastructure+ over $700,000 in state funds will support clean water projects in the Southern Tier, allowing local areas to plan affordable water and sewer upgrades.

Dr. Martin Stallone announced on Wednesday that he will leave Centralus Health as CEO on Nov.

7 and start a new role as executive vice president with Lifetime Healthcare Companies on Dec. 1—Rob Lawlis has been named as his permanent replacement.

On Aug. 26, the Planning & Development Board approved a five-floor apartment building on Oak Avenue with 46 units near Cascadilla Gorge Trail—Board Chair Emily Petrina praised the site plan.

Ithaca College women’s soccer opens tonight at Butterfield Stadium against Elmira and will host Heidelberg Sunday at Carp Wood Field while the men’s team faces Elizabethtown today at Carp Wood Field under new head coach Gabe Kuhn—Cornell also has a busy weekend as its women’s team hosts Kent State Sunday at Berman Field and its men’s team travels to Syracuse to face Le Moyne today at Ted Grant Field.

Kajuneji Live at South Hill Cider

6 PM – 12 AM — South Hill Cider — Free entry — Experience the vibrant sounds of Kajuneji with a unique blend of world music and funk every Thursday night.

AIDS Ride for Life

6 AM — Cass Park — Registration Required — Celebrate community spirit while cycling through beautiful routes to support a great cause.

Jazz Mondays with Dave Davies RhythmMakers

5:30-8:30 p.m. — South Hill Cider — $5 suggested donation — Enjoy live jazz with local musicians while sipping on delicious ciders.

Selling Local Foods to St. Lawrence Health

9 a.m.-6 p.m. — Cornell University — Cost info not specified — Connect local farmers and food producers with healthcare providers interested in local produce.

2025 Tompkins County Airport Day & Preparedness Expo

All day — Ithaca Tompkins International Airport — Free entry — Celebrate aviation and community preparedness with fun activities and exhibits.

X Ambassadors Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying sounds of X Ambassadors on their North American tour.

X Ambassadors Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — State Theatre of Ithaca — Tickets from $58 — Experience an electrifying evening with X Ambassadors at this iconic venue.

Jazz Mondays with Dave Davies RhythmMakers

5:30-8:30 p.m. — South Hill Cider — $5 suggested donation — Enjoy live jazz and uplifting vibes while sipping on local cider.

Celtic Thunder: An Evening of Music

7:30-9 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket information not specified — Experience the greatest songs of Celtic Thunder with a heartfelt reunion.

Apple Harvest Festival

Sep 26-28 — Downtown Ithaca Alliance Office — Free entry — Celebrate the fall with locally grown apples, crafts, food, and entertainment at this beloved community festival.

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